Student Trustees
Student Trustees
Learn about the Student Trustee program and meet the student leaders who represent their peers, provide valuable student perspectives, and serve alongside the CVUSD Board of Education.​
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About the Student Trustee Program
The Coachella Valley Unified School District Board of Education adopted Board Policy 9150: Student Board Members to strengthen communication and engagement between the Governing Board and the students it serves. The program provides high school students with the opportunity to participate in district governance, represent the voices of their peers, and gain firsthand experience in civic engagement and educational leadership.
Developing Future Leaders
The Student Trustee program reflects CVUSD's commitment to preparing students who are college, career, and life ready. By serving alongside the Board of Education, Student Trustees develop leadership skills, expand their understanding of public service, and help shape discussions that impact schools and the broader community.
Leadership Competencies
Through their service, Student Trustees strengthen essential skills that prepare them for future success, including:
- Critical Thinking
- Effective Communication
- Organization
- Creativity
- Community Engagement
- Scholarship
- Leadership
- Compassion
Former Student Trustees
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Lynette Bautista Jennifer Sarabia Barbara Hernandez-Rebolledo Coachella Valley High School West Shores High School Desert Mirage High School -
German Chavez Alexis Ramirez Stephanie De La Rosa Coachella Valley High School West Shores High School Desert Mirage High School -
Caitlyn Hill Student Trustee Desert Mirage High School